
Get in touch with your favorite emotions at this showing of the newly released film Inside Out. Your entire family can enjoy the film on the big screen in the sanctuary at St. John Lutheran Church, complete with special environmental lighting and effects that will enhance the experience. There will also be popcorn and snacks available.
Before the movie, there will be photo opportunities with cardboard cutouts of characters from the movie. Adults and children are also invited to get their face painted as one of their favorite "emotions" from the featured face painting artists. Little ones can also color and explore some of the movie characters at the craft tables.
Photo opps, face painting and crafts begin at 3 p.m. The movie begins at 4 p.m. Inside Out is Rated PG for mild thematic elements and action.
Admisson is free and the event is open to all. The event will benefit the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Food Pantry, which serves north St. Louis. Each person is asked to bring one paper product item, such as paper towels or toilet paper, to help stock this local food pantry.
At St. John Lutheran Church in Ellisville. More information: stjstl.net
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